Navi Mumbai, October 31 (Udaipur Kiran): India scripted history on Thursday by chasing down a mammoth 339-run target against Australia in the second semi-final of the Women’s World Cup at the DY Patil Sports Academy. The five-wicket victory not only sealed India’s place in the final against South Africa on November 2, but also marked the highest successful run chase ever in women’s One-Day International (ODI) history.
Batting first, Australia were bowled out for 338 runs in 49.5 overs. Phoebe Litchfield top-scored with a brilliant 119 off 93 balls, hitting 17 fours and 3 sixes, while Ashleigh Gardner contributed a quick 63 off 45 balls. For India, Shree Charani and Deepti Sharma picked up two wickets each.
In reply, India reached the target in 48.3 overs, losing only five wickets. Jemimah Rodrigues anchored the chase with an unbeaten 127 off 134 balls, including 14 boundaries. She shared a match-defining 167-run partnership with captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who scored 89 runs off 88 balls.
Only three teams in women’s ODI history have successfully chased scores of 300 or more runs, and India’s latest feat now tops that elite list.
Previous 300+ Successful Chases in Women’s ODIs:
October 12, 2025 – Australia vs India: Australia chased down India’s 330-run total, scoring 331/7 in 49 overs to win by three wickets.
April 17, 2024 – Sri Lanka vs South Africa: South Africa posted 301/5 in 50 overs, powered by captain Laura Wolvaardt’s unbeaten 184 off 147 balls. In response, Sri Lanka achieved the target in 44.3 overs, with skipper Chamari Athapaththu smashing an unbeaten 195, leading her side to a six-wicket win.
India’s record-breaking chase against Australia has now set a new benchmark in women’s cricket, showcasing the growing depth and dominance in the one-day format.
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